Chest drainage, a basic but essential procedure

We present within a case illustrating that, when properly implemented, it can successfully treat a severely ill patient and prevent surgical intervention. Key messageChest drainage is a basic and important procedure in the treatment of pneumothorax. When properly implemented, even the most severely ill patients may be able to be treated without surgical intervention.
Source: Respirology Case Reports - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: CLINICAL IMAGE Source Type: research